Pedestrian hit and killed crossing near busy Central Florida intersection, troopers say

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash involving a pedestrian in Osceola County.

The crash happened Saturday at around 9:45 p.m. near the intersection of West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway and Old Vineland Road.

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Troopers said a Hyundai Santa Fe was traveling eastbound on West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, east of Old Vineland Road, when a pedestrian attempted to cross the road.

According to a news release, the pedestrian was not in a marked crosswalk and walked into the direct path of the oncoming car.

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The 28-year-old Kissimmee man was transported to the hospital and later died from his injuries.

The driver of the Santa Fe remained at the scene and was not injured.

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This crash remains under investigation.

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